Las Vegas hotels are more than places to sleep—they’re full-blown attractions. From neon-drenched themed resorts to understated luxury towers and quiet non-gaming havens, the city offers a huge range of vibes and price points. This guide highlights 17 of the best hotels on the Strip and beyond so you can pick the one that matches your idea of Vegas: big spectacle, refined comfort, nightlife and dining, or a calm base for exploring the desert.
FAQ
When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?
Spring and fall are ideal: warm days without summer heat, smaller crowds, and more reasonable rates. Midweek visits are often quieter and cheaper than weekends.
What can you do in Las Vegas besides gamble?
Loads—visit the Neon Museum, ride the High Roller, see a Cirque du Soleil show, take gondolas at The Venetian, or head to Red Rock Canyon for hiking and climbing. The dining scene is world-class, with celebrity chefs, ethnic favorites, and late-night spots.
How do you get around?
The Monorail is quick for parts of the Strip; Uber/Lyft and taxis are convenient; the Deuce bus is economical for the whole Strip; scooters and bikes can be handy for short hops. Rent a car if you plan day trips outside the city.
How we chose these hotels
Every entry is based on on-the-ground reporting and property visits. Editors weighed design, service, location, dining and nightlife, room quality, and overall guest experience across price ranges.
The hotels
1. Sahara Las Vegas Hotel & Casino — A value-forward Strip option with recently refreshed rooms and suites in the Marra Tower; comfortable, contemporary design and a great location without the top-tier price tag.
2. Fontainebleau Las Vegas — A towering, high-glam property with dramatic midcentury-modern design, expansive views, and a heavy culinary focus; oversized public spaces and a lively pool scene.
3. The Venetian Resort — An over-the-top, palazzo-style resort whose freshly remodeled suites feel modern and bright; a heavyweight for dining and nightlife with indoor connections to Palazzo amenities.
4. Wynn Las Vegas & Encore — A long-running luxury benchmark with elegant landscaping, koi ponds, and sunlit atriums; refined dining, golf, and top-tier suites across two sister towers.
5. The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort — Suites-first layouts with roomy living spaces and marble baths; quieter, more grown-up than some megaresorts and a strong restaurant roster of its own.
6. Caesars Palace — Classic Strip spectacle updated with major renovations: refreshed villas and towers, a sprawling pool complex, and refreshed spa; now paired with new dayclub and nightlife offerings.
7. Aria — Tech-forward rooms and a modern aesthetic; standard rooms are generous and Sky Suites and Sky Villas offer true retreats with club and pool access for a more private stay.
8. Circa Resort & Casino — Downtown’s bold new statement focused on sports, pools, and nightlife: Stadium Swim (multi-tiered rooftop pools with a giant screen), a massive sportsbook, and high-energy food and bar options.
9. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas — The Strip’s social hub with terrace rooms and an artsy, party-forward design; great for groups who want bars, restaurants, and outdoor vistas over the Bellagio fountains.
10. Bellagio — Iconic fountains and a grand glass-ceilinged lobby anchor a property undergoing a careful reinvention: updated rooms, big new restaurant openings, and an elevated spa and suite program.
11. Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas — Former Mandarin Oriental turned refined, non-gaming refuge with a quiet pool deck, marble-clad arrival, and discreet luxury close to CityCenter attractions.
12. Resorts World Las Vegas — A new megaresort that reads like a vertical neighborhood: three Hilton-branded hotels, expansive pools, a futuristic aesthetic, lots of dining and entertainment, and separate check-ins for different brands.
13. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas — A “hotel within a hotel” perched above Mandalay Bay: non-smoking, non-gaming, quietly luxurious, with private service, a secluded pool, and polished public spaces.
14. Vdara Hotel & Spa — An all-suite, residential-feeling tower at CityCenter that’s non-gaming and non-smoking; calm, light-filled public areas and a two-floor spa make it a low-key escape from Strip bustle.
15. Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace — An intimate, design-forward hotel-within-Caesars: Japanese-inspired interiors, private check-in, and direct access to Caesars’ shows and pools—ideal for guests who want boutique style with big-resort access.
16. MGM Grand Hotel & Casino — A decades-old Strip staple refreshed with a large room renovation, multiple tower choices (including Skylofts) and an enormous pool and entertainment footprint that keeps it approachable and versatile.
17. Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa — Out west of the Strip, this resort blends glamorous interiors with desert-toned design and immediate access to Red Rock Canyon; popular with locals and drive-in visitors for its dining and relaxed vibe.
Final notes
This roundup covers a range of tastes: spectacle and nightlife, culinary destinations, quiet luxury, and resort-style pools. For the best rates and experience, book in advance for major weekends, consider midweek stays, and check whether a non-gaming or suite-focused property better matches the kind of trip you want.
This guide has been updated since its original publication to reflect new openings and recent renovations.